Hi, I'm Diane and have been on the Spark website since December 28, 2008. I haven't lost much weight but have been learning a lot about better food choices and exercise. The biggest thing that has been helping me with the lifestyle change in the motivation I get from the different teams I have joined and by reading blogs and articles. I make a point to check this site everyday. I feel that I have met a lot of old and new friends.

Hi, I'm Diane and have been on the Spark website since December 28, 2008. I haven't lost much weight but have been learning a lot about better food choices and exercise. The biggest thing that has been helping me with the lifestyle change in the motivation I get from the different teams I have joined and by reading blogs and articles. I make a point to check this site everyday. I feel that I have met a lot of old and new friends.

My Goals:
My goals is to lose weight and get fit. I want to strengthen my back, so I can work longer in the yard without pain. I am working towards a better eating plan, with SP I am always learning something new. I track my calories and fitness everyday. I also write in my journal my food intake, the amount of exercise and how I was feeling that day. I find I have a lot of good days, I am always feeling a confidence that I did not have before.

My Program:
I joined a gym, using the eliptical and equipment. I also take classes 5 days such as spin, zumba, yoga, pilates and weight training class. I love it. now that that it getting be 50 degrees and more sun. I am outside as much as I can.

Personal Information:
My husband and I retired this summer. I loved being able to work in the yard all day. But I sure hate the winter, I live in RI and this winter we have had a lot of snow.

Other Information:
I found that I am a very social person. I miss my class mates if I miss a day at the gym. I find myself very cranky or moody if I do not do some form of exercise during the day.

I think it's great that you do that. I tried to do both pilates and yoga at the gym and failed miserably both times! I could barely do anything in pilates class..and forget about yoga, I was laughing the whole time. I have to commend you for your hard work and dedication.

Our village school finally got half funding from the lottery to build its leisure centre, the village had to raise the rest of the monies needed. It finally opens on 17th April and I can't wait!! Its just 5 min walk away! FAB

Enjoy all your gym workouts and watch yourself having a summer of celebration. Go girl

Hey, Thankz for the comment. It is hard because my 2 are still toddlers, their not school aged where I can exercise and trust them by their selfs for 45 mins when my husband has to work. But sometimes I take them on their bikes and walk around for awhile just to try get some exercise in. (if it's not snowing). Hope all is well!